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August 24th 2006:Through the Eyes of The Parents: The Murder of Our Son on September 11th, 2001

Patricia and Bud Kiefer are bereaved parents whose only son firefighter Michael Vernon Kiefer was murdered at the age of 25 in the September 11th World Trade Center Attacks. Michael is a hero to the nation, however to his family and friends he was also a devoted, loving, and extraordinary individual. He gave his very best, fulfilled his calling, and died doing what he loved. Patricia and Bud share their story in honor and memory of their precious son Michael and all those who were murdered on September 11th.